Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Check each part for cracks, damage
or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary. |
| 2. |
Check the bearing for damage,
abnormal noise and sluggish rotation, and replace the coolant pump assembly
if necessary. |
| 3. |
Check for coolant leakage. If
coolant leaks from hole, the seal is defective. Replace the coolant pump
assembly.
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A small amount of "weeping" from the bleed hole is normal. |
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1.
Loosen the drain plug, and then
drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed.
2.
Remove the drive belt (A) after
turning the drive belt te ...
See also:
Daytime running light
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of
your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
and it is especially helpful af ...
Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that
a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be
used during cold weather. See section 8
for recommendations. If you aren't sure
what weight oil y ...
Specifications
Description
Specifications
Limit
General
Type
In-line, DOHC
Number of cylinders
...